Aquatics
Pool Information- Lifeguard is on duty at all times.
- Indoor lap pool: 25 yards = 1 length; 1 lap = 2 lengths; 36 laps = 1 mile; Water temperature kept at around 82 degrees; depth to 4½ feet.
- Indoor therapy pool: zero entry; depth to 4 feet; water temperature kept around 88 degrees; frog slide for children – all children must go down the slide feet first in a sitting position. No noodles or kickboards allowed on the slide. No climbing allowed.
- Must be 16 years or older to utilize the steam room, sauna and whirlpool.
- Outdoor pool/water park: zero entry; depth to 6 feet; 2 slides; water sprays and fountains; eating area with tables under sunscreens
- Outdoor baby pool: zero entry to 2½ feet; completely fenced in; open specific hours in the summer.
- Children 7to 10 may stay in the indoor pools with adult supervisor present in the facility.
- An adult must actively supervise children younger than 7 years old. Children who do not swim or are wearing a flotation device must be accompanied by an adult in the water.
- NO DIVING RULE ENFORCED IN ALL POOLS.
Lap Pool Schedule
Swim Lessons
Since the early 1900s, the YMCA has been a pioneer in aquatics safety & instruction. In 1907, the first group swim lessons were taught at the Detroit YMCA. Since then, the YMCA movement across the United States has led the industry in providing excellence in swim instruction. At the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, every swim lesson participant has the opportunity to learn and succeed.
The Sumner County Family YMCA swim programs follow the National YMCA Guidelines for swim lessons. At each level, there are skills taught from each of five components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games and rescue. The preschool, youth, and adult classes meet for 45 minutes and the parent/child classes meet for 30 minutes. Please check the Swim Lesson Schedule for dates and times.
Swim Lessons Info Swim Lesson Policies:
- Three participants must sign-up for the class to continue as scheduled. If only two participants register for the class, then the class will meet three times for 30 minutes instead of the four 45-minute lessons. If only one participant registers for the class, the class will be canceled.
- In the event of poor weather or pool problems, the instructor will reschedule classes for a later date.
- Swim lessons can only be made up for the following circumstances: family death or emergency, YMCA scheduling conflict or pool closure due to thunder and lightning.
- When Sumner County schools are closed due to weather, some aquatic programs may be cancelled and rescheduled at a later date set by the aquatics director.
- If you are registered for a private lesson, make-ups will be offered only if the aquatic department receives a 24-hour advance notice.
- Registration for each session ends the Friday prior to the first day of class.
Competitive Swim Program
The Sumner County Stingrays Competitive swim program is committed to improving swimmers strokes, endurance along with building personal growth and development to our team. Our coaches have experience working with children in both group lessons and competitive development. The Stingrays welcome swimmers from ages 5 – 21 who are able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. Competitive Swim meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Beginner level meets from 4:30pm-5:15pm and intermediate to advanced swimmers practice from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Friday beginner sessions are dedicated to stroke development and rhythmic breathing skills.
Competitions are held monthly during the school year and bi-monthly during the summer. Meets are held at various YMCAs in the Middle Tennessee area.
Competitive Swim Team FlyerFor additional information call the aquatics office at Sumner County Family YMCA, (615) 826-9622 ext 209.
Lifeguard Classes
The YMCA lifeguard certification course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to be a lifeguard. It presents information lifeguards need in pool, lake, river, surf and water park environments and information on how to get a job as a lifeguard. CPR Professional Rescuer, AED, Oxygen administration and First Aid certifications are included in this course.
Lifeguard FlyerLifeguard Info Pre-requisites:
- Must be 16 years or older. Those under the age of 18 must have parental permission to take the course.
- Must pass the following swim test: long shallow dive, swim 500 yards in a combination of the following strokes: 100-yard front crawl, 100-yard breaststroke, 100-yard side stroke, 100-yeard side stroke with one arm forward and 100-yard inverted breaststroke kick with arms on the stomach.
- Must be able to tread water for two minutes, legs only.
- Must be able to dive both head and feet first into 8-10 feet of water and swim underwater 15 feet. Course Schedule: Please see attached flyer or contact the YMCA for current dates and times. Course length is approximately 40 hours (26 classroom; 12-14 pool hours) plus 2 hours practical experience.
Cost: Members: $175 | *Program Members: $200
*Program Members pay an annual program membership fee of $45.
